Related ArticleThe Apache is the only attack helicopter currently in Service with the British Military. Designed to hunt and destroy tanks, this extremely advanced helicopter has significantly improved the Army's operational capability. It can operate in all weathers, day or night and detect, classify and prioritise up to 256 potential targets in a matter of seconds. It carries a mix of weapons including rockets, Hellfire missiles and a 30mm chain gun. The aircraft is equipped with a Day TV system, Thermal Imaging sight and Direct View Optics. It also possesses a state of the art fully integrated Defensive Aid Suite.
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2
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Engines |
2 x 850 shp Rolls Royce RTM-322
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Length |
9.53 m |
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height |
10.3 ft |
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Maximum speed |
330 kph |
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Cruise Speed |
272 kph |
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Combat Radius |
462km |
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Armament |
16 x Hellfire missiles, 76 x 2.75" CRV-7 rockets, 1200 x 30mm cannon rounds, 4 x Air to Air Missiles
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Surveillance/Target Acquisition |
TV (127 x mag), Thermal Imaging (36 x mag), Direct view optics (18 x mag) |
